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Course Description
This VTC Computer Basics training course has been developed for the absolute beginner and is based on Microsoft Windows XP. In this course, author Kim Dreyer explains in basic terms, the components of a computer, hardware and software and how they work. She then explains the Microsoft Windows XP operating system, as well as how to manage files and folders, navigate on the Internet, and use e-mail. She recommends further courses which will assist you in learning more about the computer and specific applications. To begin learning today, simply click the links below.
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Welcome
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| Introduction | (02:55) | ||
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The PC
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| Introduction | (02:19) | ||
| Power On | (00:57) | ||
| Power Off | (01:09) | ||
| Shutdown/Restart | (02:30) | ||
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The Console
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| Introduction | (00:59) | ||
| Front of the Console | (01:08) | ||
| Back of the Console | (01:38) | ||
| Inside the Console | (01:37) | ||
| Memory | (01:59) | ||
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The Monitor
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| Introduction | (01:13) | ||
| Monitor Buttons | (00:59) | ||
| The Desktop | (00:54) | ||
| Monitor Settings | (02:21) | ||
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The Mouse
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| Introduction | (02:04) | ||
| Clicking the Mouse | (01:59) | ||
| Mouse Settings | (01:30) | ||
| Maintenance and Troubleshooting | (01:07) | ||
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The Keyboard
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| Introduction | (01:25) | ||
| The Typical Keyboard | (01:24) | ||
| Keys in Detail | (02:43) | ||
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Floppy Drive
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| Introduction | (01:18) | ||
| Accessing your 'A' Drive | (01:18) | ||
| Formatting a Floppy Disk | (01:51) | ||
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CD-ROM Drive
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| Introduction | (02:07) | ||
| More Information | (02:11) | ||
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Printers
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| Introduction | (02:15) | ||
| Connecting a Printer | (01:11) | ||
| Printing Data | (01:23) | ||
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The Modem
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| Introduction | (00:46) | ||
| Modem Speed and Types | (02:02) | ||
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Computer Peripherals
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| Introduction | (00:55) | ||
| How to Connect Peripherals | (01:05) | ||
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Operating System
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| Introduction | (01:22) | ||
| Getting Started | (00:52) | ||
| Interface and Toolbars | (01:46) | ||
| Windows Explorer | (01:28) | ||
| My Computer | (01:14) | ||
| The Control Panel | (01:51) | ||
| Accessories | (01:51) | ||
| Working in Windows | (01:38) | ||
| New/Open/Close Documents | (02:32) | ||
| Wrapping up Windows | (00:43) | ||
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Files and Folder
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| Introduction | (02:25) | ||
| Creating Folders | (01:58) | ||
| Renaming & Deleting Folders | (01:23) | ||
| Customizing Folders | (01:21) | ||
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Internet - WWW
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| Introduction | (01:03) | ||
| Connecting to the Internet | (00:47) | ||
| Internet Explorer | (02:09) | ||
| The Interface | (02:48) | ||
| Web Pages | (01:32) | ||
| Security and Privacy | (01:17) | ||
| Closing Internet Explorer | (00:43) | ||
| Finding Assistance | (00:54) | ||
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E-Mail
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| Introduction | (00:55) | ||
| Sending Messages | (02:08) | ||
| Receiving Mail | (00:59) | ||
| The Address Book | (01:14) | ||
| Attachments and Viruses | (02:43) | ||
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Assistance
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| Introduction | (03:20) | ||
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Where to from Here
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| Where to from Here | (01:46) | ||
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Credits
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| About this Author | (00:56) | ||
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| Course: | Computer Basics |
| Author: | Kim Dreyer |
| SKU: | 33496 |
| ISBN: | 1-932072-89-6 |
| Release Date: | 2004-05-20 |
| Duration: | 2 hrs / 63 tutorials |
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| Captions: | No |
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